backslapper
English edit
Etymology edit
Noun edit
backslapper (plural backslappers)
- One who makes a show of liking another person with profuse or excessive displays of camaraderie, such as vigorous hand clasping, back-slapping, hearty words of greeting, etc.
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- Charming and funny as he was in small groups, he was no glad-hander, backslapper, or baby-kisser.
Usage notes edit
Often used at least mildly pejoratively.
Synonyms edit
- sycophant (always pejorative)
Translations edit
person who is overly showy with their affections
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